The Carnoustie Medical Group Winter Newsletter
- 3 December 2019
Our winter newsletter is now available. This issue includes features on antibiotics and on our Patient Representative Group, a seasonal flu vaccination reminder, the latest facts & figures, festive season closures, and information on the First Contact Physiotherapy Service.
New Drug Driving Legislation
- 28 November 2019
New drug driving laws introduced in October apply to prescription and over the counter drugs, as well as illegal drugs. Find out which drugs associated with medical use have limits, and remember to talk to your GP about any medication you are worried about.
Keep Antibiotics Working
- 13 November 2019
Taking antibiotics encourages harmful bacteria that live inside you to become resistant. That means that antibiotics may not work when you really need them. This puts you and your family at risk.
Closed from 12:30pm on Wednesday 6 November
- 5 November 2019
The surgery will be closed from 12:30pm on Wednesday 6 November for GP, nurse and staff development.
Patient Representative Group Minutes
- 4 November 2019
The minutes of the meetings of the Patient Representative Group held on 30 September 2019 are now available.
NHS Tayside Appointments Opportunity
- 18 October 2019
Join NHS Tayside and help make a difference to the NHS in your local community. NHS Tayside is looking for two people to join its Board.
Public Holidays & Closures, end of 2019-21
- 18 October 2019
Find out about public holidays and protected learning days for the remainder of 2019 and 2020.
Cancellation Mailbox: Press 2 to cancel!
- 10 October 2019
We have updated our phone options to include an appointment cancellation mailbox. After phoning the practice, you can now press 2 and leave a message giving details of the appointment you wish to cancel.
The Carnoustie Medical Group Autumn Newsletter
- 10 October 2019
Our autumn newsletter is now available, and covers topics including staff news, the Influenza Vaccination Programme, facts & figures, and awards success for the Practice.
Patient Representative Group Minutes
- 10 October 2019
The minutes of the meetings of the Patient Representative Group held on 26 August 2019 are now available.
Public Holiday - 7 October 2019
- 3 October 2019
The surgery will be closed on Monday 7 October, in line with the public holidays for GP practices across Tayside. Normal services will resume from 8am on Tuesday 8 October.
Job Vacancy: Part time Medical Receptionist
- 30 September 2019
We are seeking to recruit a part time medical receptionist for 30 hours per week to work, from 1200-1800 hours each day.
Influenza Vaccination Programme 2019-20
- 23 September 2019
For patients in the flu "at risk" groups and also patients aged 65 and over, this year by appointment only.
Mental Health Workshops in October
- 5 September 2019 (revised 2 October 2019)
Workshops from the Angus Peer Link Service offering an opportunity to explore ideas and practical steps that can be taken to improve wellbeing.
Patient Representative Group Minutes
- 29 August 2019
The minutes of the meetings of the Patient Representative Group held on 24 June 2019 are now available.
Angus Diabetes Forum Meeting: Thursday 22 August
- 16 August 2019
The next Angus Diabetes Forum will be held on Thursday 22 August from 10:30am - 12 noon. The topic is 'Food and Activity', with a dietitian on hand to answer your food questions over a cuppie.
Closed from 12:30pm on Wednesday 21 August
- 16 August 2019
The surgery will be closed from 12:30pm on Wednesday 21 August for GP, nurse and staff development.
Talking Point Initiative
- 9 August 2019
A safe place for men to talk about their state of mind. Starting on Wednesday 28 August at 7pm.
Shaping Orthopaedic Services public consultation
- 9 August 2019
NHS Tayside is carrying out a consultation on orthopaedic services at Ninewells Hospital, Perth Royal Infirmary and Stracathro Hospital and would like to hear your views.
Social Isolation Survey: Tackling Social Isolation & Loneliness
- 6 August 2019
Angus Council would like to invite you to take part in their short online survey to identify what causes people to feel socially isolated and what you would like us to do to help. The survey is open to those living in the Carnoustie, Monifieth and Sidlaw (CMS) area. By completing the survey you can help understanding of the local issues and how to tackle them more efficiently.
Breathing Space
- 18 July 2019
Find out about Breathing Space - a free and confidential phone service for anyone in Scotland feeling low, depressed or anxious.
Public Holiday - 22 July 2019
- 8 July 2019
The surgery will be closed on Monday 22 July 2019, in line with the public holidays for GP practices across Tayside. Normal services will resume from 8am on Tuesday 23 July.
Patient Representative Group Minutes
- 1 July 2019
The minutes of the meetings of the Patient Representative Group held on 3 June and 29 April 2019 are now available.
Mental Health Workshops in July & August
- 1 July 2019
Workshops from the Peer Link Service offering an opportunity to explore ideas and practical steps that can be taken to improve wellbeing.
Move More from ANGUSalive
- 18 June 2019
Are you living with or beyond cancer in Angus? ANGUSslive offers FREE specialist support to help you get active at a level that's right for you.
The Carnoustie Medical Group Summer Newsletter
- 18 June 2019
Our summer newsletter is now available, and covers topics including sun safety, travel abroad advice, triage, and sickness certificates and fit notes.
NHS Inform: For everyday questions about health
- 10 June 2019
NHS inform is NHS 24's national health information service. It provides you accurate information to help you make informed decisions about your own health and the health of the people you care for.
Public Holidays & Closures - 1 May, 6 May & 27 May 2019
- 26 March 2019
The surgery will be closed from 12:30pm on Wednesday 1 May for staff development, and closed all day on Monday 6 and 27 May in line with public holidays for practices across Tayside.
Patient Representative Group Minutes
- 28 March 2019
The minutes of the meetings of the Patient Representative Group held in February and March are now available.
Public Holidays - 8 & 22 April 2019
- 11 March 2019
The surgery will be closed on Monday 8 & Monday 22 April 2019, in line with the public holidays for GP practices across Tayside. We will be open as usual from 8am on Tuesday 9 April and Tuesday 23 April.
Patient Participation Group Annual General Meeting
- 6 March 2019
The Patient Participation Group Annual General Meeting will be held in Parkview Primary Care Centre on Monday 25 March at 2pm.
Cervical Screening
- 6 February 2019
Cervical screening can stop cervical cancer before it starts. Don't ignore your next smear invite and contact the practice if you missed your last smear.
Not sure who to contact? We'll keep you right!
- 23 January 2019
Whatever your health concern, NHS services are here to help you get the right care, at the right time.
A new ear care service: Ear Care Clinics
- 23 January 2019
A new ear care service has been introduced across Angus from the 16th January 2019, including at Carnoustie Medical Group.
Your health matters - a survey for Angus residents
- 10 January 2019
Angus Health and Social Care Partnership would like to invite you to participate in our survey for Angus residents.
Physio First
- 7 January 2019
Do you have a muscle, back or joint problem? Go direct to a physio without seeing a doctor!
Patient Participation Group Minutes
- 12 December 2018
The minutes of the meeting of the Patient Participation Group held on 10 December are now available.
Patient Participation Group Minutes
- 21 November 2018
The minutes of the meeting of the Patient Participation Group held on 15 October are now available.
Pharmacy First
- 19 November 2018
Do you need healthcare advice without an appointment? Pharmacy First allows patients to access FREE advice and/or treatment for a UTI or Impetigo.
Job Advert: Clinical Coder
- 1 November 2018
We are seeking to recruit a part-time (16 hours) clinical coder to perform a broad range of administrative and computer based tasks in support of the delivery of high quality primary healthcare.
Mental Health Workshops
- 29 October 2018
Workshops from the Peer Link Service offering an opportunity to explore ideas and practical steps that can be taken to improve wellbeing.
Influenza Vaccination Programme 2018-19
- 28 September 2018
For patients in the flu "at risk" groups and also patients aged 65 and over, this year by appointment only.
Public Holidays & Closures, 2019-20
- 5 September 2018
Find out about forthcoming opening arrangements during public holidays and protected learning days in 2019.
Patient Participation Group Minutes
- 7 August 2018
The minutes of the meeting of the Patient Participation Group held on 25 June are now available.
Making Your Family Stronger: Strengthening Families Programme
- 30 July 2018
About the Strengthening Families Programme which aims to help improve communication between parents/carers and their young people aged 10-14.
Dementia Information & Advice Surgery
- 20 July 2018
Your local Dementia Advisor from Alzheimer Scotland will available on two dates at Parkview Primary Care Centre for confidential advice, information or emotional support.
Patient Participation Group Minutes
- 28 June 2018
The minutes of the meeting of the Patient Participation Group held on 30 April are now available.